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Subaru Forester vs Toyota Corolla Cross - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (136 HP vs 180 HP), boot space and price (34700 £ vs 31700 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Subaru Forester or Toyota Corolla Cross?

Subaru Forester

4 (1 Reviews)
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Toyota Corolla Cross

5 (3 Reviews)
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Forester @ Subaru Corporation

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Toyota Corolla Cross has a hardly perceptible advantage in terms of price – it starts at 31700 £, while the Subaru Forester costs 34700 £. That’s a price difference of around 3000 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: Toyota Corolla Cross manages with 4.90 L and is therefore convincingly more efficient than the Subaru Forester with 8.10 L. The difference is about 3.20 L per 100 km.

Corolla Cross @ Toyota Motor Corporation

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Toyota Corolla Cross has a evident edge – offering 180 HP compared to 136 HP. That’s roughly 44 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Toyota Corolla Cross is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.60 s, while the Subaru Forester takes 12.20 s. That’s about 4.60 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Subaru Forester performs minimal better – reaching 188 km/h, while the Toyota Corolla Cross tops out at 180 km/h. The difference is around 8 km/h.

Forester @ Subaru Corporation

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Seats: offers more seating capacity – vs .

In curb weight, Toyota Corolla Cross is noticeable lighter – 1380 kg compared to 1693 kg. The difference is around 313 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Subaru Forester offers to a small extent more room – 508 L compared to 425 L. That’s a difference of about 83 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Subaru Forester performs noticeable better – up to 1731 L, which is about 394 L more than the Toyota Corolla Cross.

When it comes to payload, Toyota Corolla Cross somewhat takes the win – 560 kg compared to 492 kg. That’s a difference of about 68 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Toyota Corolla Cross proves to be outperforms in nearly all aspects and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Toyota Corolla Cross is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £31,700
Corolla Cross @ Toyota Motor Corporation

Toyota Corolla Cross

  • Engine Type : Full Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 140 - 180 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 4.9 - 5.3 L
Subaru Forester
Toyota Corolla Cross

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Subaru Forester

4 (1 Reviews)
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The Subaru Forester is a practical all-rounder that quietly does everything right, with roomy comfort, excellent visibility and a real fondness for weekend adventures off the beaten path. It won't set your pulse racing like a sports car, but for buyers who prize reliability, safety and sensible charm, it's a brilliantly steady companion with a cheeky streak.

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Toyota Corolla Cross

5 (3 Reviews)
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The Toyota Corolla Cross takes the familiar Corolla recipe, lifts it up and dresses it in SUV clothes — sensible, comfortable and blessedly unflashy. It won’t thrill the enthusiast, but its easy manners, clever packaging and dependable feel make it an ideal everyday car for shoppers who prefer sense over sass.

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Subaru Forester
Toyota Corolla Cross
Forester @ Subaru Corporation
Corolla Cross @ Toyota Motor Corporation

Costs and Consumption

Price
34700 - 42200 £
Price
31700 - 41900 £
Consumption L/100km
8.10 L
Consumption L/100km
4.9 - 5.3 L
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
183 g/km
co2
112 - 120 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
48 L
Fuel tank capacity
36 - 43 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1693 - 1739 kg
Curb weight
1380 - 1500 kg
Trunk capacity
508 L
Trunk capacity
414 - 425 L
Length
4670 mm
Length
4460 mm
Width
1830 mm
Width
1825 mm
Height
1730 mm
Height
1620 mm
Max trunk capacity
1679 - 1731 L
Max trunk capacity
1333 - 1337 L
Payload
446 - 492 kg
Payload
515 - 560 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
136 HP
Power HP
140 - 180 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
12.20 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.6 - 10 s
Max Speed
188 km/h
Max Speed
170 - 180 km/h
Torque
182 Nm
Torque
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
100 kW
Power kW
103 - 132 kW
Engine capacity
1995 cm3
Engine capacity
1798 - 1987 cm3

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D
Brand
Subaru
Brand
Toyota
What drivetrain options does the Subaru Forester have?

The Subaru Forester is available as All-Wheel Drive.

The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.